Crocheting is a special technique used with a crochet hook and yarn or crochet thread to create many different creations such as afghans, baby blankets, booties, tote bags, scarves and much more. Crocheting has been around for a long time.

You may remember your grandmother crocheting when you went to visit her as a child. Crocheting is always done by hand and never a machine. There is no machine that can duplicate crocheting. Many people find the act of crocheting very soothing or therapeutic and spend time in the evenings crocheting to relax.

You don’t have to be a grandmother to learn how to crochet or to enjoy this activity. Anyone can learn how to crochet. This resource guide will provide you with a large selection of resources that you can use to find what you are looking for whether it is lessons, groups to join, how to tutorials or crocheting supplies.

If you have an interest in learning to crochet or you already know how to crochet and want to meet other like mind people or learn new techniques, this resource guide will be a great help to you in your search. We have compiled all these links and put them in one place so you do not have to search all over the internet to find what you are looking for.

The History of Crocheting

History of Crochet – Where did crocheting come from? How old IS it? Get the interesting answers to these questions and many more from this informative article by Ruthie Marks at crochet.org.

A History of Crochet Patterns – All throughout history people worldwide have used many different materials to crochet including silk, thread, grass, wool, yarn, rope and more. Take a look at the interesting article to learn more about the origins of this craft.

The History of Crochet: is it as old as the hills? – A fascinating, three part series that explores crocheting from when it originated to the Victorian times when it was a huge obsession.Parts 2 and 3 are available on the website as well so don’t forget to read the whole series!

Resources for Beginning Crochet-ers

If you are just starting out on your journey to learn how to Crochet, the resources below will be a big help to you.

Understanding The Differences Between Knitting and Crochet – If you are not already familiar with yarn crafts, you may confuse knitting and crocheting like many people do. Learn about the differences between these two crafts so you will understand more about each. Although they are very similar, there is a difference.

How to Crochet – Wikihow provides new crocheters with a three part article including illustrations, on how to crochet.

How To Crochet For Beginners – This site offers a collection of great tips, cheat sheets, and much more to make beginning crocheting much easier to learn.

Choosing the Best Yarn for Crochet – The kind of yarn you choose for crocheting can make a big difference in the outcome of your projects. Read this guide on how to choose the right yarn that is geared toward beginners who have just gotten started.

CROCHET.101 – Just getting started with crocheting? This basic level guide will help you with the very first steps you will need to know to succeed with crocheting.

Resources for Advanced Crochet-ers

Once you have gotten past the beginning stages and have mastered the basics of crocheting you may want to increase your skills and take crocheting to the next level. Here are some resources for the advanced crochet-er that will meet the needs of the more advanced enthusiast.

Free Guide on Advanced Crochet Stitches – Once you have mastered basic crochet stitches it’s time to move on to some new advanced ones. This free eBook will provide you with some great new stitches to challenge yourself with.

Resources for Crocheting Books

Books are always a great way to learn a new skill. There are many people that prefer to learn new skills by reading or maybe they just want to have a library of books that are available if they have any questions or problems while they are learning. Here are some links that will provide you with a selection of books that will help you learn and master crocheting.

Top 10 Best Crochet Books to Inspire You – Stock your personal library with these 10 great crocheting books that will provide advice on techniques, the right tools to get, projects to try and plenty of inspiration to keep learning.

Top 10 Crochet Books Bestseller 2018 – Take a look at these 2018 best sellers for crocheting. You are sure to find one or two (or more) that you will love adding to your collection.

21 of The Best Crochet Books –A list of 21 fantastic crocheting books from Molla Mills, a person that calls herself a minimalist. She owns every one of these 21 books and recommends them highly to anyone who loves to read and loves crocheting too.

Resources for Crocheting with Kids

Children love crafts so having a child that is interested in crocheting if they see you doing it is very likely. Centuries ago, the little girls of the family were taught to crochet, sew, knit, and other handicrafts for function and so they would have good skills as they grew up. The following resources will help you teach your kids to crochet if they have an interest.

How to Teach Kids under 7 to Crochet – Crocheting is something that even young children can do. Here are some good tips on teaching children under 7 years old to get started with crocheting.

9 Easy Crocheting Projects For Kids – Crocheting is an activity that the whole family can do and it’s perfect for kids. A young child can learn how to stitch as easily (if not more so) than an adult. This activity can also help improve fine motor skills.

12 Helpful Ways to Teach Children to Crochet – Crocheting will give your child a great sense of accomplishment which is very important to children’s self-esteem. It also opens them up to many different crafting opportunities.

Free Crochet Patterns that are Perfect for Beginners – If you are just getting started with crocheting, you will want to find some simple projects to start with. This article provides some simple yet beautiful projects that are just right for the new crochet-er.

Free Crochet Patterns – A collection of great patterns for that include tutorials on many different aspects of crocheting.

Misc. Crocheting Resources

Charities that Accept Crochet Donations – Money isn’t the only thing you have to give to certain charities. If you’re an avid crochet-er and want to help others, check out these charities that accept crochet donations.

Resources for Crocheting Supplies

Crochet Supplies—What do I need to Get Started? – Having the right supplies is crucial to having a good experience when you are learning a new skill. This article will help you choose the right supplies for your new crocheting adventure.

Online Crochet Stores

About The Author

Melissa

Melissa Barlow has been an enthusiastic home sewer since she was a teenager. Typical of many home sewers, she had one sewing machine for years and became confused by the many updated features when she went to purchase a new one. She seeks to educate and assist her fellow hobbyists with her reviews. Reach her at [email protected]

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